A guard GI ADVANCED BASICS concept for EVERYONE!

This video shows a guard concept that is what I consider "advanced basics". It is simple enough for everyone to practice, and effective enough for everyone at all levels to hit during their live rolling and competitions. The main premise is using hip control, pressure, and timing to off balance your opponent from the guard and set up attacks.

I also wondered about the left leg. You don't seem to use it as a pendulum, the way I would expect it to be done.

This is because I am relying on my opponent's reaction for this one because I am off balancing them the other direction...with the "original" pendulum sweep, there isn't much initial off balancing and that is where the swinging of the leg comes in.

Even the littlest bit of reaction from your opponent after you off balance them will help your sweep attempt tremendously